The constant uncertainty of a startup can be somewhat quelled by enlisting the talents of an experienced startup consultant who can share his/her expertise and provide advice that will help point your business towards success. While it can be helpful to use a consultant with experience in your industry it isn’t necessary.

When you first open your business, you may be full of optimism. It may even be a smashing success for the first few months or even years. However, every company faces difficult times.

Today’s business world is extremely competitive. There are fewer barriers to entry, and it is easier for anyone to build a website or sell products online through marketplaces like Etsy or Amazon. In an ideal world, strategic planning and strong leadership could prevent a rough patch from happening. But, as a business owner, you may know firsthand that some factors are simply out of your control. The economy could take a turn for the worse or the market could shrink. It’s not a matter of “if” tough times happen, but “when”.

Google Analytics is simultaneously amazing and terrifying. When wielded properly, it can be an incredibly useful tool, and a necessary one. After all, so many of the strategies and methods we talk about, whether it’s for inbound marketing, setting goals for growth, etc. – they all rely on utilizing metrics benchmarks, and data. Google Analytics (or another analytics platform) is the window into collecting, viewing and analyzing that data...